Temperatures in August
It's warm in August in Minnesota with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 15°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Minnesota in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Minnesota with hot temperatures, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights close to 15°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature drops to around 26°C, with nights close to 15°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Minnesota will be around 24°C, with nights close to 14°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 138 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 27% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Minnesota. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Minnesota in August |
UK | ||
---|---|---|---|
Average Temperature |
25°C | 22°C | |
High Temp |
27°C | 24°C | |
Low Temp |
22°C | 19°C | |
Total Precipitation |
138 mm | 60 mm | |
Rainy Days |
8 days | 10 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Minnesota?
After some sun? Then August isn’t the best time to be in Minnesota. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Minnesota in August
With 34°C, Minnesota hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 4°C to a high of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Minnesota
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Minnesota, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Minnesota
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Minnesota, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 8 days of rain in Minnesota.
Daily UV Index in August in Minnesota
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Minnesota, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Minnesota Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Minnesota, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Minnesota Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Minnesota, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Minnesota
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Average Weather in Minnesota by Month
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